Internet of Things: How it works

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a reality and gives us access to data from millions of devices, due to the convergence of multiple technologies today. The animated video, issued by IBM's Think Academy, provides an insight on how it works.

A “thing” is any object with embedded electronics that can transfer data over a network, without any human interaction, IBM explains.

Wearable devices, environmental sensors, machinery in factories, components in a vehicle or devices in homes and buildings can all be connected to deliver insights and drive transformation. As such, IoT can make life easier and reform the way people interact with the physical world.